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2020 NHL Entry Draft: The Montreal Canadiens select Kaiden Guhle with 16th overall pick

The Habs add a defenceman in the first round for the first time since 2016.

By Justin Blades
Prince Albert Raiders v Everett Silvertips Photo by Christopher Mast/Getty Images

The Montreal Canadiens have selected defenceman Kaiden Guhle with the 16th pick in the 2020 NHL Draft.

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Guhle is noted for his shutdown style of play, with excellent gap control to limit the space of the opposing forwards. He upped his offensive totals this season, though play with the puck is not his main strength.

We will have a deeper look at the newest Canadiens prospect soon.

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